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7.6

RSA SecurID Software Token Converter may crash or be hijacked

CVE-2012-0397 · published 14 years ago
Summary

The RSA SecurID Software Token Converter (versions before 2.6.1) contains a coding error that can let an attacker make the program stop working or run their own code. This could disrupt authentication processes or give the attacker control of the system. Upgrade to version 2.6.1 or later as soon as possible to close the gap.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
rsa securid_software_token_converter <= 2.6
cpe:2.3:a:rsa:securid_software_token_converter:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Buffer overflow in EMC RSA SecurID Software Token Converter before 2.6.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
Buffer overflow in EMC RSA SecurID Software Token Converter before 2.6.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
7.6 High
Exploitation
3% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-119Buffer Overflow
Timeline
Published6 Mar 2012
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2012-0397 · NVD
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